Colombia's President Urges Illegal Migrants to Return Home

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Colombia's far-left President Gustavo Petro urges illegal Colombian migrants in the U.S. to return home, offering financial aid. This led to a diplomatic crisis with the U.S., resulting in retaliatory measures by President Trump.

Key Points

  • President Petro calls for the return of illegal Colombian migrants in the U.S.
  • Offering financial aid to returnees through government programs.
  • Diplomatic crisis with the U.S. ensued, leading to retaliatory measures by President Trump.
  • Suspension of visa issuance at the U.S. Embassy in Bogotá was part of the fallout.
  • Colombia's Foreign Ministry announced the resumption of visa issuance services at the embassy.
  • The situation highlighted tensions between the two nations.

Pros

  • Offering financial aid to returning illegal migrants through government programs.

Cons

  • Causing a diplomatic crisis with the U.S. resulting in retaliatory measures.